We Do Not Support the American Studies Association Vote to Boycott Israeli Universities

12/28/2013

We support academic freedom and the freedoms of speech and association it entails, and we reject the boycott passed by the American Studies Association in the strongest terms. Their decision contradicts the very foundation of higher education in our society—to serve as a place where the civil exchange of ideas is fostered. We call on the American Studies Association to rescind their disturbing decision immediately.